I’ve owned all sorts of cameras and what I love about the 450D is how basic it is. Tempted to buy one again, just for the simplicity of it and to enjoy taking photos again without the cost of modern cameras offering a plethora of functions that I don’t use.
Actually, the 450D did have a live-view function, and using the digital zoom while composing images, it worked well when trying to dial in manual focus. The viewfinder was too small for that. Dynamic range isn't terrible either. There was a trick to using these. First was, of course, do not rely on the in camera jpegs - pretty bad, even by jpeg standards. Second, the really important trick was to shoot raw and overexpose a stop or two (a little to the right), and you could recover overblown highlights easily. This would result in surprisingly good results even in highly contrasty situations. Shooting underexposed however would ruin the shot as if you tried recover shadow detail, it would become noisy very quickly.
@@andrediego6131 In very well lit conditions, JPEG may work fine for you. If you find that when you're editing your camera-rendered JPEGS that things aren't up to your standards, then give RAW a try. A nice way to shoot on cameras like the 450D is to use a larger memory stick, and shoot RAW + JPEG, so you have the option of a RAW if the JPEG didn't cut it. The only downside is that the buffer fills up very quickly when doing burst-capture with RAW, so you'll have to pick and choose when to shoot JPEG only, and JPEG + RAW.
I also have a 450d and the autofocus works fine, except when its in live view mode, it just doesnt focus, i have to do it manually, do you know why that could be?
Hjertelig takk for nyttig gjennomgang/detaljert vurdering! Thanks much for very useful, nostalgic review of this classic piece. Prompted some Canon nostalgia of my own - got my Rebel XSi in 2008 and it served me very well for years, as testified by the quite nice photographic results still gracing the walls of our family home. While still a capable camera, well-suited for beginners, some editing is usually required due to the issues with dynamic range that you explained so well. You’ve inspired me to dust off my trusty Rebel and take it out for another spin 😊
@@thebrowwizard Alone with its makro Mode you can get great close ups. Then playing around with the AV Mode, opening the Lens you get a nice background blur. I love this camera. Even today a bang for the buck
@@thebrowwizard CANON EF 50MM F/1.8 STM, perfect for portraits, low Light and all daily stuff. You just gotta get more artistic with a fixed 50mm, which i think is a lot of fun
I amd my youngest daughter are trying to discover this 2023 July 10.🤯 as we saw it in a luggage with a Jan. 26, 2011 receipt that cost a whopping $862!!!
Thank you soo much , I found that camera at home and I said myself why don’t start to use it instead of using the phone, I was not sure about the quality compared with the modern camera phones but I’m quite surprised 😌
I still ise this camera today ...its fantastic when used/set up right , also press the center ok button to go into live view ....only works on some modes but it definitely has live view , i love my 450d even today .......just gutted my lens has stopped autofocusing
Hi there! I have just obtained this camera (I didn't use it already), and I want to ask: Is good to take photos of natural landscapes, without editions? And how this camera is comparing to other ones?
Kjøpte akkurat en 450d fordi jeg ville ha objektivet (18-200 Sigma) 😁 egentlig et helt greit kamera, ender vel egentlig opp med å enten gi/selge videre eller bruke på ferie i syden selve kameraet, men det er egentlig midt i blinken for de som vil lære seg å fotografere ettersom du har alle manuelle muligheter tilstede.
It's an okay camera as long as you get it for very cheap. I would recommend starting out with something like a Canon 30D or something of that age. It's basically free on the used market and works great for learning.
Can make better ones, when you use the right lenses. Bigger sensor, less but bigger pixels, for more light. I started the digital photography with this one, when she came out. I stil think, no phone (have the s23 ultra), can give me the options and adjustments i can make with any dedicated camera. I mean the ki and the rendered bokeh isnt something for me, i want to actually make the bokeh with the apperture setting and the physic, not algorithmically added.
Auto-focus doesn't function with live view. Never has. Best way was to use digital zoom - auto focus on points then go to live view and take your photo. It was a bit of a pain in workflow.
Do you recommend the Canon XSI/ 450D in 2024 for a beginner? I just got interested into photography since I take photography class in High School and I want to try out photography for my self
If you can get it for something like $20 then go for it! Would not pay any serious money for it. Remember that good lenses are way more important and expensive.
WTF can you define how much "nothing" cost? Living in a 3rd world country watching reviews gives us context on how the product and what will be the current price is. The term "nothing" to you means different in other person so specify the price!
The results of this camera starts at 7:05 Looks processed already but even the processing looks graet so that tells you the camera itself should be fine for basic use
This was my first DSLR and i got so use to it that even with my newer cameras, this one always feels the most comfortable and is so portable that i throw a prime lens on it and just enjoy.
This camera actually does have live view. In shooting mode press the SET button to open the shutter and the half press the shutter button to turn on the sensor. From there you can magnify the image to get super crisp manual focus. Also, one of the BEST features of this camera is the Digic III enhanced processor, which is the beta version of the Digic 4 that’s in the 5D Mark ii. IMO, the 450D/XSi/Kiss X2 has the best image quality of any Rebel ever made.
I am still running my 450D but less so because as you mention mobile phones have improved so much. That said, it takes surprisingly good photos and it's difficult for me to know how I should replace it. I have been thinking of the Panasonic DMC-FZ2000 bridge camera which is sensibly priced and offers a great deal more then the Canon. I am just an everyday user so I if you are reading this and want to make some suggestions then I would welcome any response.
Is this lens on this interchangeable? I was recently given one of these by my mom, she bought it way back during the early 2000's. I tried taking a couple shots here and there but noticed that the quality isnt really that good. Im down to a dilemma whether its the camera itself or just the lenses.
I’ve owned all sorts of cameras and what I love about the 450D is how basic it is. Tempted to buy one again, just for the simplicity of it and to enjoy taking photos again without the cost of modern cameras offering a plethora of functions that I don’t use.
Dash me one sir lol
Actually, the 450D did have a live-view function, and using the digital zoom while composing images, it worked well when trying to dial in manual focus. The viewfinder was too small for that. Dynamic range isn't terrible either. There was a trick to using these. First was, of course, do not rely on the in camera jpegs - pretty bad, even by jpeg standards. Second, the really important trick was to shoot raw and overexpose a stop or two (a little to the right), and you could recover overblown highlights easily. This would result in surprisingly good results even in highly contrasty situations. Shooting underexposed however would ruin the shot as if you tried recover shadow detail, it would become noisy very quickly.
thank you so much
I use HTP highlight tone priority and dial in an extra half stop exposure.
so i should shoot in raw instead of jpeg?
@@andrediego6131 In very well lit conditions, JPEG may work fine for you. If you find that when you're editing your camera-rendered JPEGS that things aren't up to your standards, then give RAW a try. A nice way to shoot on cameras like the 450D is to use a larger memory stick, and shoot RAW + JPEG, so you have the option of a RAW if the JPEG didn't cut it. The only downside is that the buffer fills up very quickly when doing burst-capture with RAW, so you'll have to pick and choose when to shoot JPEG only, and JPEG + RAW.
I also have a 450d and the autofocus works fine, except when its in live view mode, it just doesnt focus, i have to do it manually, do you know why that could be?
Hjertelig takk for nyttig gjennomgang/detaljert vurdering! Thanks much for very useful, nostalgic review of this classic piece. Prompted some Canon nostalgia of my own - got my Rebel XSi in 2008 and it served me very well for years, as testified by the quite nice photographic results still gracing the walls of our family home. While still a capable camera, well-suited for beginners, some editing is usually required due to the issues with dynamic range that you explained so well. You’ve inspired me to dust off my trusty Rebel and take it out for another spin 😊
CANON EOS 450D was my first and last DSLR camera and is still in perfect condition. It came as a kit with the EFS 17-85mm.
I am still using the 450D 14 years later, it’s still working perfectly
Would have loved to see some side by side comparison images with a more modern camera.
I have this camera, I have just worked out how to load film simulation picture styles onto it. Loving it.
Still using it in 2024 and Only for Sports and Street Photos. Only lens u need is a 50mm and you get great Pictures!
Do you think this camera with the 50mm lens would work okay for portraits and close ups of tattoos?
@@thebrowwizard Alone with its makro Mode you can get great close ups. Then playing around with the AV Mode, opening the Lens you get a nice background blur. I love this camera. Even today a bang for the buck
@@thebrowwizard CANON EF 50MM F/1.8 STM, perfect for portraits, low Light and all daily stuff. You just gotta get more artistic with a fixed 50mm, which i think is a lot of fun
Can you doing good planespotting with the camera
@@eddc_spotting Guess so, but you might need a Tele-Lens. 50mm wont get you closer than your eyesight
I amd my youngest daughter are trying to discover this 2023 July 10.🤯 as we saw it in a luggage with a Jan. 26, 2011 receipt that cost a whopping $862!!!
Thank you soo much , I found that camera at home and I said myself why don’t start to use it instead of using the phone, I was not sure about the quality compared with the modern camera phones but I’m quite surprised 😌
I still ise this camera today ...its fantastic when used/set up right , also press the center ok button to go into live view ....only works on some modes but it definitely has live view , i love my 450d even today .......just gutted my lens has stopped autofocusing
Hi there! I have just obtained this camera (I didn't use it already), and I want to ask: Is good to take photos of natural landscapes, without editions? And how this camera is comparing to other ones?
Kjøpte akkurat en 450d fordi jeg ville ha objektivet (18-200 Sigma) 😁 egentlig et helt greit kamera, ender vel egentlig opp med å enten gi/selge videre eller bruke på ferie i syden selve kameraet, men det er egentlig midt i blinken for de som vil lære seg å fotografere ettersom du har alle manuelle muligheter tilstede.
Thank you for this video because just these days I found a camera from this photo and it was really cheap and it also had 3 lenses
Hi. Canon 1100d in 2024 just for photography. Is it good for a beginner?
It's an okay camera as long as you get it for very cheap. I would recommend starting out with something like a Canon 30D or something of that age. It's basically free on the used market and works great for learning.
@@smartdslr9010 noted. Thank you!
Subscribed.
Hope to see many more videos on your channel.
Awesome, thank you!
Does it record videos? and at which resolution?
What will the best camera for 2022 I mean at raisonnable price
Could you make photo books with this camera?
I have this camera and am learning to use it. Can it take pictures better than my or equal to my Droid S23?
Can make better ones, when you use the right lenses. Bigger sensor, less but bigger pixels, for more light. I started the digital photography with this one, when she came out. I stil think, no phone (have the s23 ultra), can give me the options and adjustments i can make with any dedicated camera.
I mean the ki and the rendered bokeh isnt something for me, i want to actually make the bokeh with the apperture setting and the physic, not algorithmically added.
I'm going for this camera 📸
you have to press set for live function but mine doesnt use auto focus while on it for some reason.
Mine doesn’t either
Auto-focus doesn't function with live view. Never has. Best way was to use digital zoom - auto focus on points then go to live view and take your photo. It was a bit of a pain in workflow.
How about 450D with tamron AF 18-200 lens as 150 US dollar for now 2023? Good to buy? I am waiting for anyone's advice, please!
can u make some good settings for the camera ?
This was very helpfull!
My shutters on it just broke. Not sure if I should get it fix or look for another.
Buy a new camera
It this with kitlens only?
Good job
❤❤❤
Just got a used one for my highschool photography class obviously I'll be upgrading if I want to go into photography😅
Do you recommend the Canon XSI/ 450D in 2024 for a beginner? I just got interested into photography since I take photography class in High School and I want to try out photography for my self
If you can get it for something like $20 then go for it! Would not pay any serious money for it. Remember that good lenses are way more important and expensive.
Which one better 450d or 1000d ?
450d
@@smartdslr9010 450D and 100d？
I have a cooking channel, what about talking video. Is it good?
WTF can you define how much "nothing" cost? Living in a 3rd world country watching reviews gives us context on how the product and what will be the current price is. The term "nothing" to you means different in other person so specify the price!
The used price will vary from listing to listing obviously, but Im talking about around 20usd here.
Are you commie from rich country?
Try with Topaz AI …
it would be, if the damned thing worked. err 99
What should I look for getting an used one 450d?
Just find one that works, and that has a battery with good life.
Hi I have one, you can DM me
Years from now, people will be giving away their old A7s and R5s 😂😂😂
Actually the screen is terrible. Never liked it. The ergonomics are good . Dislike the sensor and the very noisy shutter.
The results of this camera starts at 7:05
Looks processed already but even the processing looks graet so that tells you the camera itself should be fine for basic use
Nice video! I like that you showed the photos and reviewed the capabilities of the camera! Great content keep it up!
This was my first DSLR and i got so use to it that even with my newer cameras, this one always feels the most comfortable and is so portable that i throw a prime lens on it and just enjoy.
It has live view (i think set button press), it was one of the first dslrs with live view.
Thx for the nice Video, Today i bought this Camera for 10 Euro with the Kit Lens 👍😀
This camera actually does have live view. In shooting mode press the SET button to open the shutter and the half press the shutter button to turn on the sensor. From there you can magnify the image to get super crisp manual focus. Also, one of the BEST features of this camera is the Digic III enhanced processor, which is the beta version of the Digic 4 that’s in the 5D Mark ii. IMO, the 450D/XSi/Kiss X2 has the best image quality of any Rebel ever made.
I am still running my 450D but less so because as you mention mobile phones have improved so much. That said, it takes surprisingly good photos and it's difficult for me to know how I should replace it. I have been thinking of the Panasonic DMC-FZ2000 bridge camera which is sensibly priced and offers a great deal more then the Canon. I am just an everyday user so I if you are reading this and want to make some suggestions then I would welcome any response.
Where I live i found this cam selling for 140, im thinking about buying it
Great review, thanks for your comments. I was considering this for photos of bird's and sports, but it is probably unsuitable.
Can you record off of it also?
Bro There IS live view
Your camera must be broken as my 450D has live view.
4:38 it has liveview function, n btw it can be hecked to take video
You are correct and I am wrong.
Is this lens on this interchangeable?
I was recently given one of these by my mom, she bought it way back during the early 2000's. I tried taking a couple shots here and there but noticed that the quality isnt really that good. Im down to a dilemma whether its the camera itself or just the lenses.
Yes, the 450D accepts all EF and EF-S lenses.
@@smartdslr9010 will buying a new lens help with the exposure being super low on medium to fast shutter speeds?
@@smartdslr9010 anything beyond 1/60 gets dark even with iso set to the highest
@@flwooop If u have a fast lens...
Shoot RAW and edit the photos and you will get good results, avoid iso 800/1600.
Do you recommend me start in photography with this camera?
If you can get it almost for free, yes.
i started with this 1 month ago :)
I has got Liveview!
EF lens can’t support
Great video. Thank you❤
The 450D has Live View functionality though
You are right and I am wrong.